Rwandan Diplomat Oversees Use of Interpol to Target Regime Opponents

Johnston Busingye, Rwanda’s top UK diplomat, allegedly used Interpol to target regime opponents. Under his tenure, several exiled Rwandans faced dubious detentions and deportations. His role in abusing international justice raises concerns, especially amid the Rwanda asylum deal with the UK.

Johnston Busingye, Rwanda’s top diplomat in the UK and former justice minister, allegedly oversaw the use of Interpol to target regime opponents globally.

During his tenure, at least three cases involved Rwandan exiles being detained, deported, or marked wanted on questionable grounds.

Paul Rusesabagina's controversial capture in Dubai was one such incident.

Busingye's appointment as high commissioner coincided with the controversial Rwanda asylum deal with the UK.

Concerns have mounted over Rwanda’s abuse of Interpol red notices under Busingye’s watch.

Case examples include Enoch Ruhigira and Leopold Munyakazi, both persecuted despite dubious charges.